.In the early 1990s, Imbruglia was known to audiences as Beth Brennan Willis in the popular Australian soapNeighbours.^Imbruglia shot to fame as Beth Brennan in Australian soap Neighbours in the early 1990s.

.Three years after leaving the program, Imbruglia launched a singing career with the international hit, "Torn". The subsequent debut album Left of the Middle (1997) sold over 6 million copies worldwide.^It sold another 6.5 million copies in 1998.

.At 14 her dance instructor encouraged her to sing with an all girl group but once at the audition, the managers saw that the strikingly pretty youngster with a beautiful voice could make it on her own.^Aged 14 Imbruglia's dance instructor encouraged her to sing with an all girl group but once at the audition, the managers saw that the strikingly pretty youngster with a beautiful voice could make it on her own.

^At 14 her dance instructor encouraged her to sing with an all girl group but once at the audition, the managers saw that the strikingly pretty youngster with a beautiful voice could make it on her own.

."They were like "We're going to make you a star..."^They're so appreciative of you coming as not many acts go there - I think it's fair to say - so there's a lot of jumping up and down and I've always been made to feel so welcome.

.She soon obtained the chance to play a regular role on the Australian soap opera Neighbours at the age of 16 1/2. Neighbours has also launched the careers of many other successful Australian female artists such as Kylie Minogue, Holly Valance, Delta Goodrem and Natalie Bassingthwaighte.^She soon obtained the chance to play a regular role on the Australian soap opera, Neighbours at the age of 16 1/2.

.By the end of her second year, she left the show to move to London, immersing herself in the city's club scene.^By the end of her second year, she left the show to move to London, immersing herself in the city's club scene.

^Aged 16 and a half she took up the opportunity to star in a regular role on the Australian soap opera, Neighbours 1993 By the end of her second year, she left the show to move to London, immersing herself in the city's club scene.

.This forced her to go back to her passion of singing, something which she had been putting off because she thought everyone would laugh at her because she'd been on Neighbours.^This forced her to go back to her passion of singing, something which she had been putting off because she thought everyone would laugh at her because she'd been on Neighbours.

.Her effort paid off and she was signed to BMG Publishing, after coming up with a demo of the song "Torn" which greatly impressed RCA Records.^She came up with a demo of the song "Torn" which greatly impressed RCA Records and got her a record contract.

Music

.She has received an MTV Award for Best New Artist in 1998, and 3 constitutive Grammy Award nominations in 1999. She has sold over 9 million albums worldwide.^It sold another 6.5 million copies in 1998.

She was ranked #11 on Rock on the Net's list of single artists of the year in 1998, and #76 in 2001. Natalie Imbruglia has tied up her 4-album record deal with BMG after the delivery of her compilation album Glorious: The Singles 1997-2007.

"Torn" and Left of the Middle (1997-2000)

.Imbruglia's first internationally released single, "Torn" (1997), was a cover of an Ednaswap song.^Her first internationally released single, (1997), was a cover of an Ednaswap song.

.Instantly the single became one of the biggest hits of the 90s, reaching number two in the UK Singles Chart in November 1997 [2] and number one on airplay around the world and was number one on the Billboard Airplay chart for 14 weeks.^It topped UK airplay charts for several weeks, reaching eighth place in the UK charts.

.At the time, singles not released commercially were unable to chart to the overall Hot 100 chart (combined sales and airplay), so "Torn" made no appearance on it for a while.^At the time, singles not released commercially were unable to chart to the overall Hot 100 chart (combined sales and airplay), so 'Torn' made no appearance on it for a while.

.By the time the policy was changed in late 1998 to allow airplay-only songs, "Torn" was already heading down the charts, so its peak on the Hot 100 only ended up being at #42. The single also topped the Top 40 Mainstream/CHR Pop and Adult Top 40 charts.^"Torn" is a great 90s pop song.

.In October 1997, it broke the all-time airplay record in the U.K. for being the most played (more than 2000 plays) for six consecutive weeks.^In October 1997, it broke the all-time airplay record in the U.K. for being the most played (more than 2000 plays) for six consecutive weeks.

^Instantly the single became one of the biggest hits of the 90s, reaching number two in the UK Singles Chart and number one on airplay around the world and was number one on the Billboard Airplay chart for 14 weeks.

.Imbruglia made a surprise appearance alongside David Armand midway through a performance of his supposed 'interpretative dance' routine to sing her hit song Torn at Amnesty International's The Secret Policeman's Ball (2006).^Imbruglia made a surprise appearance alongside David Armand midway through a performance of his supposed 'interpretative dance' routine to sing her hit song "Torn" at Amnesty International's The Secret Policeman's Ball (2006).

.Imbruglia's debut album Left of the Middle was released on 8 December 1997. It sold 350,000 copies in the UK 3 weeks after its initial release and was certified platinum.^Her debut album "Left of the Middle" was released on 8th December 1997.

.It broke the record of the highest selling debut album by a pop/rock/alternative female artist, more than Alanis Morissette, Fiona Apple, and Meredith Brooks combined in its first week according to Billboard.^It broke the record of the highest selling debut album by a pop/rock/alternative female artist, more than Alanis Morissette, Fiona Apple, and Meredith Brooks combined in its first week according to Billboard.

^Moreover, by March 18, 1998, Imbruglia's first album became the largest debut for a new, alternative pop-rock female artist in history, selling more in its first week than records by Alanis Morissette, Meredith Brooks, and Fiona Apple combined.

^It earned her a host of awards, including MTV Music Video Awards, the Australian Record Industry Awards, the MTV Europe Video Music Awards, and the Billboard Music Awards, three 1999 Grammy nominations (Best New Artist, Best Pop Album, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance), and two Brit Awards for Best International Female and Best International Newcomer.

."Wishing I Was There" followed and it was less successful than her first two singles, reaching number 19. However, "Wishing I Was There" was a smash hit on the UK radio, peaked at No.^Single, Wishing I Was There, peaked at #19 on UK Top 75 singles chart.

.The final single from Left of the Middle was "Smoke", and the reception was much more divided compared to the other singles.^The final single from "Left of the Middle" was 'Smoke', and the reception was much more divided compared to the other singles.

.It was a hit in the UK and made the top 5, while in Australia it just missed the top 40. Eventually, the album became a million-seller after charting well in many countries and entering the Top 10 in the US and UK. In 1999, she recorded a cover of the song Never Tear Us Apart by INXS with Tom Jones which appeared on his album Reload.^It was a hit in the UK and made the top 5, while in Australia it just missed the top 40.

Left of the Middle was certified platinum by RIAA within 4 weeks of release (3 April 1998) and was certified 2X platinum in November 1998.

White Lilies Island (2001-2004)

.Imbruglia's next album, White Lilies Island, arrived in 2001. Named after an island where her English and main home is situated, the writing process took almost three years to complete in which she co-wrote every track.^White Lilies Island 2001 .

.The album's first single, "That Day," was very different stylistically from her previous singles, but it did not reach the UK Top 10. In the USA, "Wrong Impression" was released as the first single and it enjoyed small success, charting in the Hot 100 Singles chart and the Adult Contemporary chart.^In the USA, 'Wrong Impression' was released as the first single and it enjoyed small success, charting in the Hot 100 Singles chart and the Adult Contemporary chart.

.The track was also released in the UK as a second single, and it did slightly better than That Day.^The track was also released in the UK as a second single, and it did slightly better than "That Day".

."Beauty On The Fire", the final single, experienced minimal success and barely entered charts worldwide, and didn't make the top 50 in Australia.^'Beauty On The Fire', the final single, experienced minimal success and barely entered charts worldwide, and didn't make the top50 in Australia.

.The album still managed to sell over 1 million copies but failed to repeat the widespread success of Left of the Middle.^The subsequent debut album Left of the Middle (1997) sold over 6 million copies worldwide.

.She was later given songs to record with Swedish pop producers, Bloodshy & Avant, which she refused to do.^She was later given songs to record with Scandinavian pop producers (Sweden producers, Bloodshy & Avant), which she refused to do.

.Imbruglia and her record label parted ways at the beginning of 2004. Four months later she signed with a new label Brightside Recordings, which was formed by a former Innocent Records executive, Hugh Goldsmith.^Four months later she signed with a new label Brightside Recordings, which was formed by a former Innocent Records boss Hugh Goldsmith.

.In April 2005, Imbruglia released her third studio album Counting Down the Days in the UK with "Shiver" as its first single.^Lyrics of the songs from the album COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS (2005) By natalie imbruglia .

.It also became the most played song of 2005. The song's acclaim and reception paid off and Counting Down The Days became her first album to reach the top spot on the album charts.^Lyrics of the songs from the album COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS (2005) By natalie imbruglia .

.The decision was later changed to the title track "Counting Down the Days", with radio stations being asked to play the album version, because the radio mix was not finished.^Counting Down The Days lyrics [2005] .

.The single was released on July 25 but it did not have as much success in the singles chart as "Shiver."^The single was released on July 25th but it did not have as much success in the singles chart as 'Shiver.'

.Though it managed to reignite interest in its parent album, and also received a lot of airplay in the UK. Due to the single, the album managed to re-enter the top 40 in the official UK charts.^Single, Smoke, peaked at #5 on UK Top 75 singles chart.

.Imbruglia had a choice to either release 'Perfectly' as her third single, or use the GBP200,000 funding from BMG to do a tour.^Imbruglia had a choice to either release 'Perfectly' as her third single, or use the GBP200,000 funding from BMG to do a tour.

^After recording "Identify" and filming the supporting video for the single, something she loves to do because it gives her the opportunity to use her acting skills, Imbruglia planned to give her full attention to completing songs for her next release.

.She decided to do a small European tour (as she had not done a proper tour since Left of the Middle) in late October and November to promote the album.^She decided to do a small European tour (as she had not done a proper tour since Left of the Middle) in late October and November to promote the album.

.Though the album never entered UK Top 40 again, she proved once again that she had maintained a dedicated fan base; several concerts, especially those in London, sold out.^Top 40 Albums Top 40 Tracks Air top 20 Album Chart Air top 20 Track Chart Top Albums & Tracks .

.Imbruglia started working on her 4th album in late 2005. In mid 2007 the plans changed and Natalie's record company decided to release the single collection instead.^In mid 2007 the plans changed and Natalie's record company decided to release the single collection instead.

It can be found on iTunes. .The Singles Collection debuted at #5 in the UK Music charts, and boasted 5 new songs, including the single "Glorious", as well as a bonus DVD featuring all Imbruglia's Music Videos.^Natalie Imbruglia £4.99 Glorious UK CD single .

[4] She is no longer associated with Brightside Recordings. .It has been confirmed that Imbruglia obtained the rights to the songs recorded for the album and is going to release her 4th studio album on her own independent label, Malabar Records.^Fans of Natalie Imbruglia will pleased to know that a fifth album is scheduled to be released in 2008, in which she has been working with now-ex husband Daniel Johns.

^She severed all ties with Sony BMG in 2008, and feels "liberated" now that she's set up her own independent label, Malabar Records, through which she is releasing Come to Life, featuring two songs by Coldplay's Chris Martin (he recently said he's given her his best song), and another by Johns.

[6].It has now been confirmed by Natalie that the first single will be sent to radio around July, as she had a “last-minute inspiration" and also had some new material offered from Chris Martin .^Taken from Natalie s first ever singles collection.

[7].In an interview with BBC Radio 1 she said that "there is some electronic stuff in there". The album is confirmed to be titled Come to Life.^In an interview with Australian radio station 2DayFM's Kyle and Jackie O Show, Natalie said: "He was at my birthday party, so I understand it was a bit like 'How did he end up there?'"

.According to The Sun, Imbruglia and Chris Martin of Coldplay collaborated on "a string of tracks, which are likely to feature on her forthcoming album".[10] Martin later confirmed the information.^The album was produced by Ben Hillier (Blur, Elbow, Depeche Mode), and features three writing collaborations with Coldplay including the first single 'Want', which Natalie co-wrote with Chris Martin.

.In an interview he said he had asked Natalie to record one of the band's songs which, he thinks, turned out great adding "we've given her the best Coldplay song of all time [.^We at rootnode thank Natalie for taking time out of her schedule to do an interview.

^She severed all ties with Sony BMG in 2008, and feels "liberated" now that she's set up her own independent label, Malabar Records, through which she is releasing Come to Life, featuring two songs by Coldplay's Chris Martin (he recently said he's given her his best song), and another by Johns.

^With new items being added to our catalogue all the time there is no shortage of back catalogue rarities, amazing memorabilia and quality collectibles, all available right here in our specialist Natalie Imbruglia collectors store .

. .] she sounds [. . .] brilliant on it. I think she has a very unique talent and an incredibly unique voice."[11].Natalie later stressed that she recorded two songs written by him saying "if Chris Martin calls with two songs, you don't think, you say, 'Yes'." [12] It was confirmed that the songs were mixed by Michael Brauer.^I don't think you have to play that game.

.He also informed that there are actually three songs written by Chris, which were recorded by Natalie and that the album is finished and awaits mastering.^Continuing a theme of impeccable connections, she was here to unveil songs from a fourth album due in October, three of which were written with Coldplays Chris Martin, and one of which was produced by Brian Eno.

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^But the fame game is a fickle beast, and releasing rubbish songs like this (co-written by Chris Martin) won’t help.

Two songs — "My God" and "Apologise" — leaked to the Internet in early February. .It was confirmed that the latter was co-written with Jamie Hartman of Ben's Brother and will not be included on Natalie’s 4th album.^Apologise (co-written with Jamie Hartman) .

[14].A version of "Apologise" performed by Ben's Brother was released instead in 2009 as the first single from their second album, Battling Giants.^In 2005, she released her third album, Counting Down the Days, which produced the hit single Shiver; she followed this with a compilation of her singles, Glorious, in 2007.

Tracks confirmed to be part of the album include "Fun", "Lukas", and "Want", which were mixed by Michael Brauer.[15] The music video for a pre-single track, "Wild About It", was filmed in London on July 25, 2009.[16]

.In July 2009, it was announced that the album will be released via Island Records outside of Australia and New Zealand.^As music continued to be the dominant art form in her life, Natalie Imbruglia's fourth album is to be released in Europe, Asia, and Australia only, and is a best-of compilation.

.Come to Life was released on October 12, 2009 in Europe, and will be released in the UK on 3 May, 2010, with a new lead single "Scars". The video for "Scars" was filmed on 26 February 2010 according to Natalie's Twitter.^The movie will be premiered at European film festivals and released in Australia in early 2009.

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Personal life

.On New Year's Eve 2003, Imbruglia and her boyfriend of three and a half years, Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns, were married in a beach ceremony in Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia.^Natalie Imbruglia has split from her rock singer husband after four years of marriage, the Daily Mail reported.The 32-year-old said she and Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns had grown apart due to the pressures of work.The couple met at an awards show party in 1999 and married four years later on New Year's E...

.While Imbruglia lived mainly in Windsor, Berkshire, UK, on an island named "White Lilies" (also the name of her second album), Johns lived in Newcastle, Australia.^While Imbruglia lived mainly in Windsor, Berkshire, UK, on an island named 'White Lillies' (also the name of her second album), Johns lived in Newcastle, Australia.

[23].On January 4, 2008, Imbruglia and Johns released a statement announcing their divorce, citing the tyranny of distance as the main reason.^Natalie Imbruglia, who split from her husband Daniel Johns in January 2008, is ''scared'' of being alone.

Looks and fashion

.Imbruglia was named 6th most naturally beautiful woman of all time in 2004.[26]Audrey Hepburn topped the poll in which only experts like fashion editors, model agents and make-up artists could vote.^Audrey Hepburn topped the poll in which only experts like fashion editors, model agents and make-up artists could vote.

The voting was decided on the "most naturally beautiful woman, inside and out". She was ranked 90th on the VH1 100 Sexiest Artists.[27]

.She has been seen sporting tattoos of Sanskrit/Hindi inscription "Shreya" on her neck, Chinese word for courage on her left foot and Sanskrit Aum on her lower back, and has her left nipple pierced.^She has been seen sporting tattoos of Sanskrit/Hindi inscription 'Shreya' on her neck, Chinese word for courage on her left foot and Sanskrit "Aum" on her lower back, and has her left nipple pierced.

Imbruglia stated that she has never had any plastic surgery but added "I wouldn't rule it out because I don't know how I'll feel in the future." She also stated she'd like to "grow old gracefully, wrinkles and all".[29]

Film career

Imbruglia made her big screen debut as an actress in the 2003 British comedy, Johnny English. .Acting alongside Rowan Atkinson, she played a supporting role as Lorna Campbell.^Starring alongside Rowan Atkinson, she played a supporting role as Lorna Campbell.

Imbruglia's second film appearance is in Closed for Winter based on Georgia Blain's book of the same name. The movie was filmed in Adelaide, Australia and is due for release in Australia in mid 2009. The film is premiering at this year's Adelaide Film Festival.

Maia was a European brown bear whose brutal death served as the inspiration for a unique bear sanctuary in the mountains of Transylvania. In her first television documentary, Natalie travels to Romania with the WSPA and Network Ten to meet the people behind the sanctuary.

Imbruglia became a worldwide spokesperson for L'Oréal after the release of White Lilies Island. She was a model for many cosmetic products by L'Oréal, particularly mascaras and skincare products. She also appeared in several TV commercials for L'Oréal. In July 2007, her five-year contract with L'Oréal expired and was not prolonged, because, in her words during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, she's "apparently ... not worth it anymore".[7] (The quote refers to the company's slogan "Because You're Worth It".)

What's the difference between a full-length fur coat and just a little fur trim? Nothing, says famed Australian singer, actor, and model Natalie Imbruglia, who took time out of her busy schedule to pose for a sexy new anti-fur ad for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). In the ad, Imbruglia is holding a rabbit to her naked chest next to the tagline "Try Telling Him It's Just a Little Fur Trim."

.Oxfam's "Sustain Me" campaign that featured Natalie Imbruglia as one of their models, aimed at highlighting Oxfam as a fashionable and more sustainable alternative to the high street.^Real Name: Natalie Jane Imbruglia Profile: Natalie Jane Imbruglia (born February 4, 1975) is an Australian singer, songwriter, model and actress.